Dating back to the 13th century, this classic work by Jacobus de Voragine is a compendium of hagiography, or the legends and stories surrounding the lives of Christian saints. Drawing on dozens of sources and traditions from across Europe, de Voragine weaves a rich tapestry of hagiographic lore, with vivid descriptions of miracles, martyrdoms, and saintly deeds. This timeless work remains a source of inspiration and fascination for scholars and...